Republicans Grip At National Convention In Gettysburg Day
This morning's news notes the Republican national convention meeting at noon with Temporary Chairman Thurston declaring it a political crime to nominate Blaine. Estee of California named permanent chairman as candidates hold their positions with minor changes. Convention adjourned until today. Other items include Congress approving tent loan for Gettysburg reunion, a $500,000 cut from the library building appropriation, a Worcester Excursion Car case hearing, and updates on General Ewing's missing funds and Sheridan's health.
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Conflagration Toll and Losses Across Several Cities
A major fire in Syracuse New York and related blazes in Danbury Connecticut and other towns caused extensive damage Late Monday night into Tuesday morning with total losses around 15 000 at Syracuse and larger sums at multiple sites including Isaac W Ives Joseph Bates and R A Beiden among others The fires prompted large crowds to observe and crews to clear debris while origin remains unknown and insurers assess coverage Additional incidents include Gere Platt Johnsons grain drill works in Owego burned for about 100 000 and Alfred J Hotchins carriage factory in Syracuse New Jersey with 150 000 loss Read as reports detail further fires at Hamstead New Hampshire Norway Maine and Cambridgeport Massachusetts with varying insured amounts
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Weather Forecast Signals Warm New England Midweek
Indications from Washington expect from 7 a.m. Wednesday June 20 a 24 hour period with light to fresh southerly winds for New England. Forecast calls for warmer, fair weather following the period.
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Marsh & Co. win for cotton underwear in regional contest
North and Northeast report that Tuer Ladies' Cotton Underwear by Messrs. Marsh & Co. was awarded a dilver dal for superior quality, beating all competitors in the comparison.
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Bathing Suit Styles and Prices Across All Ages
Advertises seasonal improvements in bathing suits for men women and children. Lists wholesale pricing and varied styles from 10 cents to 5 dollars, plus accessories including rope sole shoes and life preservers, with sizes from youth to adults.
Special low price suits for several sports goods
We offer a complete worsted knit sports suit for 4.25 including long sleeve jersey ribbed collar cuffs knee tights stockings and skull cap in Black and Dark Navy. Special order colors available at a small price increase. Also a small lot of silk goods in Black Cardinal and Flesh with long-sleeve jersey and undershirts priced at 8.00.
Wind Your Clock Insurance Balance Wheel of Ventures
Insurance is the balance wheel of many business ventures and the main spring of many financial operations. Dont let yourself turn down NAT. Life of C.O. James T. Phelps, Agt., 153 Dev., Boston.
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Stanley Dead and Slave Trade Revenge Rumor
Paris reports from Zanzibar claim explorer Stanley is dead with mourning in his party. The tale cites Pippoo Tib seeking vengeance for Stanley blocking slave trade efforts. In Italy clericals sweep ballots, gaining majorities in Senate and Chamber, while Newcastle event opens with Belle Mahone winning the North Derby.
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Graduating Exercises at Sanders Theatre in Cambridge
Graduating exercises of Cambridge English High School were held at Sanders Theatre last evening. The class of forty one sat in a semicircle with Mayor Russell and Principal W F Bradbury at center. Germania Orchestra performed. Salutatory by Maud F Prince and valedictory by Gertrude F Sprakue. Diplomas presented by Mayor Russell. Names listed include Martha Adams, Margaret Alexander, Fannie Bailey, Hlenor Barbey, Isabelle Blackman, Elizabeth Bowman, Alice Bragg, Elizabeth Boone, Mary Butler, Mary Butterworth, Asther Coogan, Mary Conlon, Emma Goss, Wilhelmina COED Or, Lilie Green, Annie Lennon, Ada Litchfield, Jeenete Loughrey, Mary Madden, Margaret Martin, Lettie Kapeeee, Mary McAvoy, Elizabeth McGinnis, Sarah Nealth, Margaret Orr, Susan Marsons, Emma Prescott, Susan Prescott, Maud Prince, Elinor Sawyer, Carrie Shepherd, Ella Spaulding, Gertrude Yambe Bardinia Tibbetts, Mary Todd, Emma West, Jennie Whoriskey, William Balmer, Justus Folsom, Edward O Connor, Frank Whittemore.
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Ee Elizabeth Bowman
Alice Isabelle Bragg
Elizabeth Born
Oe, Buckingham
Mary Anna Butler
Mary Edith Butterworth
Asther Louise Coogan
Mary Alice Conlon
Emma Harding Goss
Wilhelmina Mary Coed Or
Lilie Grace Green
Annie Cecilia Lennon
Ada May Litchfield
Jeenete Loughrey
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Margaret Louise Martin
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Mary Ellen McAvoy
Elizabeth Agnes McGinnis
Sarah Robb Nealth
Margaret Agnes Orr
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Emma Frances Prescott
Susan Easte Prescott
Maud Frances Prince
Elinor May Sawyer
Carrie Ethelyn Sheperd
Ella Gertrude ‘Spaulding
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Yambe Grace Bardinia Tibbetts
Mary Lambert
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Emma Frances West
Jennie Emma Whoriskey
William Mears
Balmer
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Professor Kellar Accepts Challenge to Bridge Revival
Professor Kellar replies to Charles H. Bridge, the South End medium, offering to face tests where the public may attend. He asserts he will publicly acknowledge failure if he cannot bat you and your spirits.
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Ocean Steamers and Ships Reported Arrivals and Losses
New York June 1 reports numerous arrivals including steamers Bergen land Beynon Antwerp Victoria Anrieth Baracoa and ships from Liverpool and Boston among others. Notable loss: steamer Nord burned with eight crew drowned after their boat capsized while fleeing.
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Blaine Fight Looms Over Nomination Amid Delayed Ballots
A looming Blaine nomination faces resistance within the convention as anti Blaine delegates seek to derail a first ballot victory. Reports detail strategic moves by Sherman Alger Gresham and Depew camps, with late-hour balloting predictions showing a tight, faction driven deadlock and possible realignments.
Blaine's Bright Hopes Overshadowed by Tame Opening
Caiicaco June 19 The national Republican convention opened with muted enthusiasm for Blaine as Cleveland and other rivals drew less attention. Fremont and Douglass received contrastive cheers, while Thurston and Hoar jockeyed for influence. The hall’s electric lights, decor, and a ceremonial gavel preceded formal opening as Blaine-labeled prayers and speeches began the long process toward the nomination.
Local Meeting Adjourns For Forenoon Session
An excerpt notes the national committee adjourning the cone ention until twelve o'clock tomorrow forenoon. The fragment references procedural timing and a suspended agenda as part of a larger gathering.
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